[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Grandma's House: Riverfront, Gorgeous View, Beach/Swimming/Canoeing Dog Friendly Family-friendly vacation home on the beach, with hot tub ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31620000/31612800/31612784/c49264ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31620000/31612800/31612784/0d9e8c26.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31620000/31612800/31612784/2bfb604b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31620000/31612800/31612784/35fa5708.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Game room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31620000/31612800/31612784/w5184h3126x0y330-5a31813d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in a quiet neighborhood, Grandma's House offers a charming retreat surrounded by beautiful redwoods and the tranquil Russian River. This historic riverfront property features seven spacious rooms, including a large kitchen with handmade quilts reminiscent of your grandma’s house. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy water activities like canoeing and kayaking on the private beach areas. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 103000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Hot tub - Washer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Grandma's House: Riverfront, Gorgeous View, Beach/Swimming/Canoeing Dog Friendly Located on historic riverfront property formerly known as Angelo’s Sandy Beach Resort, now known as Grandma’s House, Beautiful redwoods, sun and fun on the river, proximity to the coast and wine country, and the feeling of being far away from the city. There is an award-winning 9-hole golf course nearby, redwood parks for hiking, and many fine Sonoma county wineries and restaurants in close proximity but there's really no reason to leave Grandma's property! Grandma's House has seven large rooms including a very large kitchen, a large living room with fireplace, and a games room. Three bedrooms have King beds, one with a queen bed. there is also a sofa bed in the game room, 4 full bathrooms (en suite). Grounds include 1.25 acres of lawn, garden, redwoods, and two separate beach areas. A large two-level deck wraps around the back side of the house overlooking the river. Other amenities include a pool table, standup video arcade game with 10+ favorites such as pac-man, galaga, space invaders frogger etc, a closet packed with board games, video and book wall libraries, a piano, accordion, tamborine etc for the musically inclined, a stone fireplace(wood shed stocked)., and huge hot tub for your enjoyment. A canoe, two kayaks, paddle boat, as well as numerous water toys stored in a room on the lower level under the house are ready for a fun filled summer day on the river. Sleeping Arrangements: Two bedrooms each have a california king bed and a sofa bed. These two rooms have a view of the river and access to the main back decks. Two rooms on the garden side of the house have kitchenettes. These two rooms have their own private decks adjacent to the garden. All bedrooms have their own television sets and private entrances to their rooms. In addition, the game room contains a sofa/futon. The spacious kitchen is fully equipped with most every kitchen gadget imaginable to prepare delicious homemade meals like Grandma used to make! The charming decor is reminiscent of your Grandma's house, with handmade quilts, Bluewillow china, etc. The living area reminds you of Grandpa's hunting lodge. The house is in a quiet neighborhood but is walking distance to a few shops and restaurants in Monte Rio. The town of Guerneville is 5 miles away. There is an award-winning 9-hole golf course roughly one mile away, a redwood park for hiking, and many fine Sonoma county wineries in close proximity. The river meets the ocean about 10 miles away in the town of Jenner. Take a kayak right from your own dock or spend the day at one if the beaches on the property and then relax in the hot tub later that evening. Or, sip a glass of wine on the deck and watch the river go by. Come and be spoiled at Grandma's House! Sonoma County Ordinance Requirements: Quiet hours must be observed from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. 1 vehicle per bedroom TOT # 426 Keywords: Riverfront, lodge, retreat ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessibility - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: Outside only ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Safe ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycles - Billiards/pool table - Boat - Golf - Kayak - Table tennis - Tennis - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Rafting nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 3,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71130000/71124200/71124135/31895b0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jan - Mar Special 829 per night Historic Riverfront Estate 5 / 5.5 + Hot Tub Monte Rio - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 69 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=71124135&PinnedHotelID=71124135&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96200000/96191500/96191488/w1074h721x0y1-b40ac78e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Riverdale-t w/ seasonal dock/boats, hot tub, large yard, dog-friendly! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ## About the area Located in Monte Rio, this vacation home is on the beach. Russian River and Armstrong Redwoods State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pee Wee Golf and Arcade and Rubicon Adventures. Traveling with kids? Consider Wild Flour Organic Gardens and Luther Burbank's Experiment Farm. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Monte Rio travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Monte-Rio.dx180950) [View more Vacation homes in Monte Rio](https://www.expedia.ca/Monte-Rio-Private-Vacation-Homes.d180950-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C38.47203%2C-123.00494&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4hEmMB5N4sUfC36fhTKwJtSTc3c=) Monte Rio, CA ### What's nearby - Rio Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Northwood Golf Club - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Monte Rio Public Beach - 1 min drive - 0.8 km - Bohemian Grove - 4 min drive - 1.8 km - Johnson's Beach - 6 min drive - 7.1 km ### Getting around - Santa Rosa Station - 35 min drive - Santa Rosa, CA (STS-Sonoma County) - 34 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Rainbow Cattle Company - ‬7 min drive - ‪Northwood Restaurant - ‬4 min drive - ‪Koalas Fine Food - ‬7 min drive - ‪Guerneville Taco Truck - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Lodge at Dawn Ranch - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Grandma's House: Riverfront, Gorgeous View, Beach/Swimming/Canoeing Dog Friendly pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Grandma's House: Riverfront, Gorgeous View, Beach/Swimming/Canoeing Dog Friendly? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Grandma's House: Riverfront, Gorgeous View, Beach/Swimming/Canoeing Dog Friendly? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Grandma's House: Riverfront, Gorgeous View, Beach/Swimming/Canoeing Dog Friendly located? > Nestled on the beach, this Monte Rio vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Russian River and Monte Rio Public Beach. Northwood Golf Club and Rio Theatre are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Grandma's House: Riverfront, Gorgeous View, Beach/Swimming/Canoeing Dog Friendly Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 69 8 - Good 9 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### carleen d. Sep 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family get together The accommodations were good for all ,great kitchen, good river access. Outside furniture and equipment could use a little TLC but useful and we enjoyed are stay, would stay again ##### carleen d. Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick M. Oct 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Eclectic Place Loved the character of the house and property. Right on the river for access and swimming. Had a great time. ##### Patrick M. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chantal S. Jun 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Had an amazing time! This was our second time staying at Grandma’s house and we loved staying there! It is great for large families with a lot of stuff to do for everyone! We will definitely stay there again! ##### Chantal S. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Jul 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Memorable visit Great location, comfortable stay. The kids loved the pool table, the arcade machine and the musical instruments. Shannon, the caretaker, was great. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Nov 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Grandma hosting her family for Thanksgiving Stunning property! Kitchen extremely organized and complete with all items needed to prepare our Thanksgiving feast. Steve had cleared the property of rain debris and managed to coax the sun into a full glorious display. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maya D. Aug 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place for large group This was our third time staying at Grandma's House. We love this space and the easy access to the river. ##### Maya D. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### AMT J. Nov 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Get-Away Spot for Family and Pooches! Steven is a fabulous host and a joy to work with! He made certain that our repeat stay was delightful! ##### AMT J. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### sandra w. Aug 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best family vacation We go to the Russian River a lot and this would be one of the best places that we have stayed at. The location could not be better and the space provided fit our family perfectly. The highlight I would have say was the rope swing that was across the river on the other side. ##### sandra w. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lorie M. Jun 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful time Our family just loves it here. This was our second stay. Hope to make it our annual. Everything you need water, home, and that tree rope outstanding ##### Lorie M. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Johnny R. May 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great experience The neighborhood was quiet and pleasant. There was plenty of room for everyone. We enjoyed watching people paddle down the river, adding to the charm of the place. I highly recommend this location to everyone I know—book your stay now! ##### Johnny R. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy H. Dec 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### As though you have an inn all to yourselves! Spent a great Christmas holiday in Grandma’s House with our family. Plenty of space for 4 couples, well-equipped kitchen, and comfortable beds. Easy stroll to the Boho Manor for cocktails around their fire pit. We had a great time! ##### Amy H. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cherish C. Aug 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Creating memories at Grandmas house This is our third stay at grandmas house. We love the property, easy access to the water, and amenities of the home. Truly all the comforts of home in a rental fit for family gatherings! Plenty of space for a group, but the rooms provide privacy as well. Host was highly responsive, helpful, and made our stay an enjoyable one. We will be back! ##### Cherish C. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea C. Aug 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Summer fun on the river We (two families with older children) had a wonderful time at Grandma's. The place is laid out very nicely to accommodate two families, the kitchen is big and well-equipped, and the grounds are beautiful. The location right on the river is superb. The kids loved the rope swing on the opposite shore and everyone enjoyed the various watercraft. The only issue we had was that the beds could be made more comfortable with an upgrade of at least new mattress protectors (they are lumpy) and a variety of pillows (we needed thinner ones). We are hoping to come back and can definitely recommend this place for a summer getaway. ##### Andrea C. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth H. Jul 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfort on the River Our extended family of 9 had plenty of room to spread out inside and out. 4 convenient en suite bed/bath rooms. Extra large eat in kitchen with all the equipment needed to feed a crowd River out the back door with boating and floating equipment. Eclectic decor with plenty of surprises to investigate. Above 90 temps weren't even a problem, as the house stayed cool and comfortable. ##### Beth H. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sophie H. Jun 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay! This place is so welcoming and fun. We loved the river access with a rope swing right across the river. The home is spacious and fun, and the outdoor areas are wonderful. Stephen was so helpful with everything. The house is full of local history and quirky in a good way! It's a wonderful place for a peaceful retreat or a fun silly weekend. We did both in the same week, with friends and family rotating through for visits on the lawn and dinners on the porch. ##### Sophie H. Stayed 6 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lorie M. Jul 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great time We all had more than enough room. Everything was so nice. Lots of kitchenware, spices and condiments. Kids enjoyed the canoes and blow ups. The rope swing across the river was enjoyed by my grandkids and parents. Sitting on the deck with a cup of coffee in the morning was so beautiful and quiet. We’ll be back ##### Lorie M. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Linda B. Sep 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Holiday Family Fun Great location. The house is fully equiped with everything you need for indoor and outdoor activities. Beautiful deck that looks out at the river below. Access to the river is not easy for people with infants or anyone with any physical limitations. That being said we had a great time on the river. The house needs some loving care. The owner, Stephen, is very responsive and personable. All in all everyone in our group enjoyed their stay. ##### Linda B. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff J. Jun 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great time by the river Great, fun property. Great location and fantastic river access. Having the sandy shore as well as a floating dock was awesome. Kayaks, canoes, paddle boat, inter tubes and life jackets of all sizes were provided. House is great. Yes, old fashioned but by design. Very roomy, beds comfy, kitchen worked well. Would definitely stay again and very likely will be back next year. Stephen was super helpful. Clear instructions with lots of info and suggestions. Thank you, we really enjoyed our stay ##### Jeff J. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ZELDA C. Oct 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Grandma's House takes you back. Our stay at Grandma's House was exactly as described. There is a lot of history in the house and it is a bit like stepping back in time to a riverside resort stay with original furnishings from earlier Bed and Breakfast days. The house is quite large and our family of 7 adults, 2 children and 2 dogs had plenty of time to spread out. It's a little quirky but we actually enjoyed that about the house. The owner Stephen was very responsive to all of my questions and is very familiar with the Russian River area and offered great suggestions. We all had a great time. ##### ZELDA C. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara B. Jan 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy for a winter break We usually go to the Russian River in the summer to play in the river. But this time, in the middle of the California crazy-rains, we took a week away with the family to recharge. We were cozy, and cheered by the fire and the Xmas lights. The house is perfect to spread out in. We had a giant puzzle spread out in one corner, an indoor exercise bike in another, and I was cooking up a storm in the kitchen. It is the perfect mix of togetherness with room to do what you need to. We love this house. We'll be back again! ##### Sara B. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Melanie C. Jun 23, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location, lots of space, a few suggestions We enjoyed our time at this location very much. Beach access and privacy were highlights for sure. I also appreciated how many bathrooms there are- no waiting! The kitchen is very well stocked. A few things that need work: when we arrived at checkin time, the house was still being cleaned. It wasn’t that big of a deal; we just walked down to the river but I think our presence rushed the cleaning staff. The bed my husband and I used did have a sandy feel. I know it is probably tough to get rid of it all, but that was a bit uncomfortable. The ice maker was visibly dirty. The kayaks and canoes were very fun but were not in 100% working order with missing seats/straps for seating. I would suggest getting rid of the small table in the kitchen and replacing it with pantry storage. We didn’t have a lot of room to put our purchased food that didn’t go in the refrigerator. There were a few ants here and there as well. Overall, this is an excellent property, beautiful grounds, and a spacious vacation spot I would recommend. ##### Melanie C. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom S., Santa Clara, California Jul 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Monte Rio getaway Third time at Grandma’s House, first time renting and not as someone’s guest. Will definitely be back, we love it here. The property has river access, a great deck and 4 rooms, all with private bathrooms. A central living room and kitchen area tie everything together and make great gathering spaces. Plenty of things to do at the property: pool table, piano, grilling, lounging or walking the gardens. River access is a little steep (for the elderly) but easy enough for most. The house is stocked with water crafts and floats but we brought our own. Directly across is a fun rope swing to swing into the river. We paddled all day, grilled and drank at night. Not a bad way to spend a day. If that’s not enough, cute Guerneville is nearby with enough restaurants shops and bars to keep one busy. It’s also near wineries and wine country. We loved the rustic charm and the entire process was easy. Our only minor snafu was the grill bring out of propane, which was rectified in a matter of minutes with the host dropping off a new one along with a bottle of wine. Thank you! Bartlett’s is walkable for emergency supplies. Neighbors and neighborhood seemed friendly. It was a great time. ##### Tom S. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Marianne K., San Mateo Nov 27, 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### Enjoyed our stay. We enjoyed the canoe and the pool table. There were lots of dishes and cooking equipment for making Thanksgiving dinner. ##### Marianne K. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michele W., Martinez, CA, USA Jul 6, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our new favorite river house! Outside and grounds are impeccable, absolutely love it. Inside it's dark, kinda 'old' feeling, funky with old pics and taxidermy... you have to be OK with it being a little 'different'. It was right up our alley! ##### Michele W. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara B. Jun 12, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous and relaxing This is an amazing property- beautiful landscaping, right down to the river. We had such a great relaxing time. The kitchen was huge. We played pool and lit a fire on a chilly evening. ##### Sara B. 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